Garmin GPSMAP 79s Handheld GPS
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Garmin GPSMAP 79s Handheld GPS Product Description
Embark on your next marine adventure with unwavering confidence using the Garmin GPSMAP 79s, a powerhouse handheld designed specifically for the demands of open water. Whether you're navigating coastal waters, charting fishing spots, or exploring remote shorelines, this device delivers pinpoint accuracy and toughness that stands up to the harshest conditions. Its buoyant design ensures it stays with you even if it takes an unexpected swim, while the vibrant, sunlight-readable display keeps critical data in view no matter the weather.
Standout Features for Serious Mariners
- Ultimate Durability: Rated IPX7 water-resistant, it floats face-up and features fogproof, scratch-resistant glass lens to withstand splashes, waves, and impacts.
- Superior Tracking: Leverages multiple global navigation systems—GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS, and SBAS—for reliable positioning in challenging environments like dense fog or deep offshore.
- Expanded Storage: Store up to 10,000 waypoints, 250 routes, and 300 fitness activities, giving you ample space for detailed trip planning without constant data management.
- Precision Sensors: Integrated 3-axis tilt-compensated compass provides accurate headings even when your vessel is stationary, paired with a barometric altimeter for elevation insights.
- Endurance Power: Runs on user-replaceable AA batteries for up to 19 hours in GPS mode, ideal for extended outings without recharging worries.
- Versatile Mapping: Comes with a worldwide basemap and supports custom maps via microSD card, including optional marine charts for enhanced coastal navigation.
Why Boaters and Anglers Trust the GPSMAP 79s
Imagine dropping anchor at your favorite fishing hole without second-guessing your position, or confidently threading through unfamiliar inlets during low visibility. The GPSMAP 79s excels in real-world marine scenarios, offering high-sensitivity reception that locks onto satellites faster than many competitors. Its transflective color display shines under direct sunlight, reducing glare and eye strain during long days on the water.
Beyond boating, this handheld shines for kayaking, hiking near waterways, or geocaching along beaches. The built-in hunt/fish calendar adds value for outdoor enthusiasts, predicting optimal activity times based on lunar phases and solunar tables. Pair it with compatible Garmin charts for turn-by-turn guidance on detailed roads when transitioning from water to land.
Maintenance is straightforward: Rinse with fresh water after saltwater exposure, and store in a cool, dry place to preserve battery life and sensor performance. For peak accuracy, update firmware regularly via USB connection to keep satellite support current.
Technical Specifications at a Glance
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 2.67" x 6.85" x 1.67" (6.77 x 17.40 x 4.23 cm) |
| Display | 3" diagonal (1.5" W x 2.5" H), 240 x 400 pixels, transflective 65K color TFT |
| Weight | 9.95 oz (282 g) with batteries |
| Battery | 2 AA (not included), up to 19 hours GPS mode |
| Water Rating | IPX7; MIL-STD-810 thermal, shock, water (bare unit) |
| Memory | 8 GB internal; microSD up to 32 GB |
| Satellites | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS, SBAS |
| Sensors | 3-axis compass, barometric altimeter |
| Navigation | 10,000 waypoints, 250 routes (250 points each), 250 tracks (20,000 points) |
What's Included
- GPSMAP 79s handheld unit
- Lanyard for secure handling
- USB cable for data transfer and charging
- User documentation
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Garmin GPSMAP 79s float if dropped in water?
Yes, it's engineered to float face-up, making retrieval easy even in rough seas. This buoyancy is a key feature for marine use.
How long does the battery last on the GPSMAP 79s?
Up to 19 hours in GPS tracking mode with two AA batteries, extendable with rechargeable NiMH or lithium options for multi-day trips.
Can I add custom maps to this device?
Absolutely, it supports microSD cards up to 32 GB for loading marine charts, topo maps, or custom data via Garmin's tools.
Is the compass accurate when the boat is not moving?
Yes, the 3-axis tilt-compensated compass provides reliable headings even when stationary, unaffected by tilt or roll.
What activities besides boating is it good for?
Perfect for hiking, kayaking, fishing, geocaching, and hunt/fish planning with built-in calendars and area calculation tools.
Does it support multiple satellite systems?
Yes, multi-GNSS support including GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, QZSS, and SBAS ensures global accuracy in obstructed areas.
California Proposition 65 Warning: This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm.
Cast off confidently with GPSMAP ® 79s which helps to Stay on course, and track more adventures with these rugged, floating handhelds.
Garmin 100263500 Attributes
- Type: Handheld
- Screen Size: 3 Inch
- Route Guidance: For Passenger Vehicles
- Countries: US
- Voice To Text: Without Directional Announcements
- Address Input: Maps Added Manually
- Point Of Interest: 10000 Waypoints
- Bluetooth Compatible: No
Garmin 100263500 Features & Benefits
- Water-Resistant, It Floats, And It's Fogproof, So It Belongs On The Water
- Can Remember Up To 10,000 Waypoints And More
- Nice To Have Reliable Positioning When You're Out On The Water
- Built-In Compass Will Point You In The Right Direction
- Stay Out Longer With Up To 19 Hour Of Battery Life In GPS Mode
- Limited 1 Year Warranty
Garmin 100263500 Installation Instructions
Garmin 100263500 Warranties
GPSMAP 79s Handheld GPS
Cast off confidently with the GPSMAP 79s marine GPS handheld. This rugged, floating handheld features a sunlight-readable, high-resolution color display that is fog-proof and scratch-resistant. You get access to a range of satellite constellations, so you get more reliable, accurate tracking around the world. Navigate wherever your adventures take you with the worldwide basemap. With more memory than previous models, you can save and track 10,000 waypoints and 250 routes. Keep your bearings with the built-in compass.
Features:
- It's water-resistant, it floats, and it's fogproof, so it belongs on the water just like you.
- This thing can remember up to 10,000 waypoints and more, so you don't have to.
- It's nice to have reliable positioning when you're out on the water.
- The built-in compass will point you in the right direction.
- Get the best of Garmin and Navionics data with optional BlueChart g3 coastal charts.
- Stay out longer with up to 19 hours of battery life in GPS mode.
Rugged Handheld
This handheld is water-resistant (IPX7) with a high-resolution color display you can read in the sun. The glass is even scratch-resistant and fogproof.
Designed To Float
If rough waters come and the handheld goes overboard, don't worry. This device floats.
Battery Life
User-replaceable AA batteries (not included) provide up to 19 hours of battery life in GPS tracking mode.
Accurate Tracking
With support for multiple satellite constellations such as GPS, GLONASS, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS and SBAS you'll get accurate, reliable tracking and positioning around the world.
Increased Memory
More memory than previous models means you can save and track 10,000 waypoints, 250 routes and 300 fitness activity files.
Built-In Compass
The 3-axis tilt-compensated electronic compass shows your heading even while the boat is standing still.
In The Box
- GPSMAP 79s
- Lanyard
- USB cable
- Documentation
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including LEAD which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to P65Warnings.ca.gov.
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Garmin GPSMAP® 79s Marine Handheld GPS
Model: 010-02635-00- Rugged, floating, water-resistant (IPX6 — unit level only) handheld GPS with a high-resolution color display and scratch-resistant, fogproof glass
- Increased memory to save and track 10,000 waypoints, 250 routes and 300 fit activities
- Supports multiple satellite constellations (GPS, GLONASS, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS and SBAS) for reliable tracking around the world
- Includes worldwide basemap
- Built-in 3-axis tilt-compensated electronic compass shows heading while standing still
- Barometric altimeter tracks changes in pressure to pinpoint your precise altitude
- Battery life: up to 20 hours in GPS mode
Cast off confidently with the GPSMAP® 79s marine GPS handheld. This rugged, floating handheld features a sunlight-readable, high-resolution color display that is fogproof and scratch-resistant. You get access to a range of satellite constellations, so you get more reliable, accurate tracking around the world. Navigate wherever your adventures take you with the worldwide basemap. With more memory than previous models, you can save and track 10,000 waypoints and 250 routes. Keep your bearings with the built-in compass.
This handheld is water-resistant (IPX7) with a high-resolution color display you can read in the sun. The glass is even scratch-resistant and fogproof.
If rough waters come and the handheld goes overboard, don’t worry. This device floats.
User-replaceable AA batteries (not included) provide up to 19 hours of battery life in GPS tracking mode.
With support for multiple satellite constellations — such as GPS, GLONASS, Beidou, Galileo, QZSS and SBAS — you’ll get accurate, reliable tracking and positioning around the world.
More memory than previous models means you can save and track 10,000 waypoints, 250 routes and 300 fitness activity files.
The 3-axis tilt-compensated electronic compass shows your heading — even while the boat is standing still.
Specifications| General | |
| PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS | 2.67'' x 6.85'' x 1.67'' (6.77 x 17.40 x 4.23 cm) |
| DISPLAY SIZE | 1.5""W x 2.5""H (3.8 x 6.3 cm); 3"" diag (7.6 cm) |
| DISPLAY RESOLUTION | 240 x 400 pixels |
| DISPLAY TYPE | transflective, 65K color TFT |
| WEIGHT | 9.95 oz (282g) with batteries |
| BATTERY TYPE | 2 AA batteries (not included); NiMH or Lithium recommended |
| BATTERY LIFE | up to 19 hours |
| WATER RATING | IPX7 |
| MIL-STD-810 | yes (thermal, shock, water); bare unit only |
| HIGH-SENSITIVITY RECEIVER | Yes |
| INTERFACE | high speed microUSB and NMEA 0183 compatible |
| MEMORY/HISTORY | 8 GB (user space varies based on included mapping on sc version) |
| Maps & Memory | |
| PRELOADED MAPS | No |
| ABILITY TO ADD MAPS | Yes |
| basemap | Yes |
| AUTOMATIC ROUTING (TURN BY TURN ROUTING ON ROADS) FOR OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES | Yes (with optional mapping for detailed roads) |
| MAP SEGMENTS | 15000 |
| INCLUDES DETAILED HYDROGRAPHIC FEATURES (COASTLINES, LAKE/RIVER SHORELINES, WETLANDS AND PERENNIAL AND SEASONAL STREAMS) | Yes (downloadable from Garmin Express™) |
| INCLUDES SEARCHABLE POINTS OF INTERESTS (PARKS, CAMPGROUNDS, SCENIC LOOKOUTS AND PICNIC SITES) | Yes (downloadable from Garmin Express™) |
| DISPLAYS NATIONAL, STATE AND LOCAL PARKS, FORESTS, AND WILDERNESS AREAS | Yes (downloadable from Garmin Express™) |
| EXTERNAL MEMORY STORAGE | yes (32 GB max microSD™ card, not included) |
| WAYPOINTS/FAVORITES/LOCATIONS | 10000 |
| TRACKS | 250 |
| TRACK LOG | 20,000 points, 250 saved gpx tracks, 300 saved fit activities |
| 20,000 points, 250 saved gpx tracks, 300 saved fit activities | 250, 250 points per route; 50 points auto routing |
| RINEX LOGGING | Yes |
| Sensors | |
| GPS | Yes |
| GLONASS | Yess |
| Galileo | Yes |
| QZSS | Yes |
| Compass | Yes (tilt-compensated 3-axis) |
| GPS COMPASS (WHILE MOVING) | Yes |
| Outdoor Recreation | |
| POINT-TO-POINT NAVIGATION | Yes |
| AREA CALCULATION | Yes |
| HUNT/FISH CALENDAR | Yes |
| GEOCACHING-FRIENDLY | Yes (Paperless) |
| CUSTOM MAPS COMPATIBLE | Yes |
| PICTURE VIEWER | Yes |
What's in the Box:
- GPSMAP 79s
- Lanyard
- USB Cable
- Documentation "
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Garmin GPSMAP 79s Handheld GPS Technical Specifications
| Type: | |
|---|---|
| Vendor: |
Garmin |
| Weight: |
0.98 lb |
| Built-In Memory: |
8gb |
| Card Format: |
Micro SD |
| Cartography - Preloaded: |
No |
| Cartography Brand: |
Garmin |
| Memory Type: |
Both |
| Screen Size: |
3" |
| Screen Type: |
Color |
| Waypoints/Routes: |
10,000/250 |
| Categories v2: |
Outdoor | GPS - Handheld |
| Category v1: |
GPS HANDHELD |
| UPC: |
753759284510 |
| Product Brochure: |
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Garmin GPSMAP 79s Handheld GPS Shipping & Return
| Shipping Weight: |
0.98 lb |
|---|---|
| Box Sizes: |
3.00 (h) x 9.00 (w) x 6.00 (l) |
| Cubic Feet: |
162.0 |
| Returnable: |
Yes |
| USPS First Class: |
Yes |
| Oversize Item: |
Yes |
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